This Dixon MA200 water fitting is the male half of a King short shank suction coupling for joining two water pump hoses of the same size. It is made of aluminum for resistance to corrosion. It has a barb on one end for push-on connection to a hose with a 2" inside diameter (ID) and 2" National Pipe Straight Mechanical (NPSM) threaded connection on the other end to connect to the female half of the coupler (not included). It has a pin nut for tightening the connection. This coupling is suitable for use in suction or discharge applications and is compatible with Dixon's female coupling half (FAB200).

Hose fittings connect, control, change the direction of, and terminate the flow in piping and hose systems. They are made of brass, stainless steel, galvanized steel, and other materials that resist corrosion, pressure, and wear. Hose fittings have various types of connections, including threaded, barbed, push-to-connect, dry disconnect, and others including those based on internationally-accepted specifications. Hose fittings are used in systems such as air compressors, automatic manufacturing operations, aircraft controls, and tire installation in industries including agriculture, mining, road construction, firefighting, and aviation.

Dixon Valve & Coupling Company manufactures pipe and hose fittings and accessories. The company, founded in 1916, is headquartered in Chestertown, MD.